DR Congo cancels World Cup training camp over Ebola outbreak
Summary
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) canceled its World Cup training camp in Kinshasa because of an Ebola outbreak in the eastern part of the country. The team moved its preparations to Belgium and will still play friendly matches in Europe before the World Cup.Key Facts
- DR Congo canceled the World Cup training camp in Kinshasa due to an Ebola outbreak.
- The outbreak has caused 139 deaths out of about 600 suspected cases.
- The Ebola virus involved is a rare type called Bundibugyo.
- There is currently no vaccine available for this type of Ebola.
- The World Health Organization (WHO) declared the outbreak a "public health emergency of international concern."
- The national football team will train and play friendly matches in Europe as planned.
- DR Congo’s upcoming friendly games will be against Denmark on June 3 and Spain on June 9.
- The Ebola vaccine could take up to nine months to develop for this virus type.
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